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A spiritual comment and prayer to begin the day with Canon Steve Williams, interfaith adviser to the bishop of Manchester. Show more

This year's Global Food Security Index from the Economist Intelligence Unit says Brexit could pose an 'extreme risk' to the UK's future food security status. Show more

Rosa Gleave from BirdLife International, reveals how she recognises the goldcrest's song for Tweet of the Day. Show more

Morning news and current affairs. Including Yesterday in Parliament, Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.

Roderick Williams explores whether Britain has lost its singing culture and, if so, how it can be recovered. Show more

Wayne Hemingway explores the artistic, commercial and cultural impact of colour: Black. From 2017. Show more

Reed and Bryant are caught up with alarmed government troops defending the Winter Palace. Stars Richard Laing and Kelly Burke. Show more

How can we teach our children about sexual consent? Jane talks to Deana Puccio, who teaches consent workshops in schools, and Rachel Fitzsimmons, a sex and relationship specialist. Show more

Lydia Wilson reads from the letters of Sylvia Plath, abridged for radio by Caitlin Crawford. In this edition, convalescence to Cambridge University. Show more

A father who suffered abuse as a wartime evacuee brought up his own son very differently. Fi Glover presents. Show more

Justin Champion explores the years immediately following the Russian Revolution as a utopian moment, a true revolution in ideas that precipitated a revolution in western thought. Show more

Mrs Sidhu's search for missing bridesmaid Briony leads her to Lord Lucas's playboy son Josh. Stars Meera Syal. From 2017. Show more

A high-tech 'death ray' capable of zapping sheep led to the invention of radar. It was an invention that was crucial in the development of the commercial aviation industry. Show more

How do you harness renewable energy that you cannot return to the grid? Also, can parents limit the internet, and the forgotten football fans this Christmas. Show more

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News with Edward Stourton including reaction to the Weinstein scandal, debate on how to plan for Brexit and how rules to curb hate on the internet may thwart legitimate research.

Vanora Bennett explores the life and work of a writer born in Russia, but whose influence is most evident in her adopted home of the USA. Show more

Lilian finds herself tempted, while David and Ruth worry about Pip. Show more

Trying to discover if Claudius murdered his father, Hamlet arranges for a play to be performed at court. Stars Jamie Parker. Show more

How much responsibility should banks and customers take for refunding stolen savings? Call 03700 100 444 from 1.00pm until 3.30pm [standard charges apply; mobiles may be higher]. Show more

Vaginal mesh implants have hit the news as women pursue litigation due to complications. And is there evidence that moderate drinking is good for the heart? Show more

The restaurant is much more than a place where we go to eat. It is the site of class struggle, of exchange, it has shaped how we eat and how we work. Show more

Topical programme about the fast-changing media world. How the media is reporting on the Harvey Weinstein scandal, local television in the UK, and 10 years of Shortlist magazine. Show more

A row over funding for Brexit has exposed further divisions at the heart of the Cabinet.

John Shuttleworth invites Mari Wilson and her beehive to his home to perform one of their songs – and one of his! From 2016. Show more

Pip makes an embarrassing mistake, and Lily is left speechless. Show more

Dustin Hoffman and director Noah Baumbach on The Meyerowitz Stories; Jon Boden, and string trio, play live; Michael Bird looks at the new gallery at the refurbished Tate St Ives. Show more

Reed and Bryant are caught up with alarmed government troops defending the Winter Palace. Stars Richard Laing and Kelly Burke. Show more

Combative, provocative and engaging debate chaired by Michael Buerk. With Giles Fraser, Tim Stanley, Claire Fox and Anne McElvoy. Show more

David helps broadcaster Danny Baker understand TV broadcasting. Both of them have spent decades in and around TV, but neither quite understands how it works. Show more

How can an industry that relies on consumption and new trends become 'green'? Lucy Siegle heads to Milan to explore new ideas and see if fashion can withstand a pressure wash. Show more

Roderick Williams explores whether Britain has lost its singing culture and, if so, how it can be recovered. Show more

In-depth reporting and analysis from a global perspective. Show more

Father Tassone has a warning. The classic academy award-winning horror read by Game of Thrones’ Owen Teale. Show more

Lillian's tales about her life and acting career prompt Charlotte to investigate further. With Miriam Margolyes. From 2017. Show more

Tom Neenan discovers what horrors lurk in our apps and gadgets in this modern ghost story. With Jenny Bede. From 2017. Show more

Corbyn tells May to lead - or leave. Sean Curran reports from Westminster. Show more

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Lydia Wilson reads from the letters of Sylvia Plath, abridged for radio by Caitlin Crawford. In this edition, convalescence to Cambridge University. Show more

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